Online Apologetics Degrees

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Available Apologetics Degree Programs


Defend the Christian Faith with an Apologetics Degree from Liberty University

Throughout history, many people have challenged the fundamental beliefs and doctrines of Christianity. In today’s world in particular, the Christian faith faces attacks from all sides. If you want to learn how to respond to these attacks using logical, well-grounded arguments that support the validity of Scripture, Liberty’s online apologetics degrees can help.

Our 100% online programs are designed to help you address the growing cultural and intellectual resistance to the Gospel. By pursuing a degree in apologetics, you can develop a more in-depth knowledge of Scripture for use in ministry and in your personal walk with God. Additionally, we offer the flexibility you need to earn your degree from the comfort of home – so you can pursue your goals without putting your life on hold!

With apologetics degrees offered at the bachelor’s, master’s, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, you can be confident that Liberty has a program for you. Whether you are new to the field of ministry or are a seasoned professional looking to strengthen your effectiveness, we can help equip you to make a difference.

The world needs people who can confidently and skillfully defend the veracity and rationality of God’s Word while demonstrating grace, humility, and compassion. At Liberty, we can help you do just that. Partner with us and learn how to take a stand for the Christian faith.


Potential Careers with an Apologetics Degree

  • Apologist
  • Associate pastor
  • Author
  • Bible teacher
  • Campus minister
  • Christian educator
  • Christian speaker
  • Church education administrator
  • College professor
  • Lay ministry leader
  • Lead/associate pastor
  • Missionary
  • Researcher
  • Teaching pastor
  • Youth pastor

Benefits of Earning Your Online Apologetics Degree from Liberty University

  • Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
  • To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses1 all for one convenient fee.
  • Liberty’s online seminary offers divinity degrees at a graduate tuition rate of just $395 per credit hour for part-time students.
  • Master’s-level students attending full time (9-15 credit hours) are eligible for our online seminary block rate of $2,750 per semester.2 Additionally, you can receive this same block rate by taking 7-15 credit hours at the postgraduate or doctoral level!3
  • Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS).

 

1Electronic textbooks are not provided for courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.

2Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours are charged at the part-time rate.

3Credits taken below 7 and above 15 credit hours are charged at the part-time rate.


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Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:

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These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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